SmoothJazz.com Review
author: Sandy Shore
Welcome to a new classic… Sylvia Bennett’s timeless voice set to elegant instrumentation and sophisticated arrangements makes this one simply stunning. That, and the fact that she is surrounded by three of the most gifted saxophone players in the world: The legendary Boots Randolph, two-time Grammy nominee Ed Calle and eight-time Grammy nominee Kirk Whalum! This project is loaded with Grammy nominees actually, including Bennett herself for SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY with Lionel Hampton. SONGS FROM THE HEART is a collection of unforgettable tunes that create a brilliant stage for Sylvia to shine on with amazing clarity… her warm, sweet and smooth vocal delivery is breathtaking. Songs like “Embraceable You,” “My Funny Valentine,” “Since I Fell For You” and “Here’s That Rainy Day” are delightful carriages for the jazz chanteuse. The natural sonic approach will appeal to music enthusiasts of all ages. Fans of Diana Krall and Norah Jones will appreciate the organic, relaxed instrumentation while jazz aficionados will relish in the artful production. “It’s back to real players, back to grass roots… without synthesizers.” says Hal S. Batt, the award-winning producer of SONGS FROM THE HEART. Sylvia adds, “The recording is unplugged, transparent and my soul is exposed.” Precisely why SONGS FROM THE HEARTis a captivating collection and why Bennett is a successful, international recording artist and entertainer who, with this release, is sure to make even more fans around the globe.
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Songs from the Heart
author: galmihaly
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SmoothJazz.com Review
author: Sandy Shore
Welcome to a new classic… Sylvia Bennett’s timeless voice set to elegant instrumentation and sophisticated arrangements makes this one simply stunning. That, and the fact that she is surrounded by three of the most gifted saxophone players in the world: The legendary Boots Randolph, two-time Grammy nominee Ed Calle and eight-time Grammy nominee Kirk Whalum! This project is loaded with Grammy nominees actually, including Bennett herself for SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY with Lionel Hampton. SONGS FROM THE HEART is a collection of unforgettable tunes that create a brilliant stage for Sylvia to shine on with amazing clarity… her warm, sweet and smooth vocal delivery is breathtaking. Songs like “Embraceable You,” “My Funny Valentine,” “Since I Fell For You” and “Here’s That Rainy Day” are delightful carriages for the jazz chanteuse. The natural sonic approach will appeal to music enthusiasts of all ages. Fans of Diana Krall and Norah Jones will appreciate the organic, relaxed instrumentation while jazz aficionados will relish in the artful production. “It’s back to real players, back to grass roots… without synthesizers.” says Hal S. Batt, the award-winning producer of SONGS FROM THE HEART. Sylvia adds, “The recording is unplugged, transparent and my soul is exposed.” Precisely why SONGS FROM THE HEARTis a captivating collection and why Bennett is a successful, international recording artist and entertainer who, with this release, is sure to make even more fans around the globe.
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